"Maximizing Heart Health with Exercise Snacks"

Exercise snacks, short bursts of vigorous exercise done intermittently throughout the day, can improve heart health by boosting cardiovascular fitness. Research shows that 1-2 minutes of vigorous exercise in intervals throughout the day can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and improve muscle function. Ideas for exercise snacks include taking the stairs, brisk walking, bodyweight exercises, jumping rope, and doing chores. These quick routines can be easily incorporated into daily activities to benefit heart health, regardless of age or fitness level.